A20 exit 9 Outrille dog walk and fine food, France Junction 9 Gracay This is a gastro-walk, and you'll need to leave the A20 at lunchtime to make the most of it! The restaurant is opposite an 11th century church with an improbably twisted spire and charming gardens.
A20 Exit 10 dog walk near Vatan, France Junction 10 Vatan It seems a bit unfair to pay just a short visit to this very gracious chateau and the surrounding dog-friendly park - and if you're staying in the area then an afternoon visit is likely to be much...
A20 Exit 13 Châteauroux doggiestop, France Junction 13 Tours, St Maur Châteauroux has some narrow and winding medieval streets around the old chateau (now a government building) where tanners and clothworkers once plied their trades, and at one point in the 12th...
A20 Exit 14 near Châteauroux dog walk, France Junction 14 Chatearoux Sud Forestry Commission sort of dog walk in an enormous forest - dark, damp and delightful.
A20 Exit 19 La Prune au Pot dog walk, France Junction 19 Celon, Vigoux If you're hankering for some greenery and open spaces, this lovely walk along a 'green lane' is fantastic for tired drivers and hot hounds alike.
A20 exit 20 Saint-Benoît-du-Sault doggiestop, France Junction 20 Eguzon, St Bernard d/S A medieval village, well off the tourist track. You'll find a couple of patisseries and boulangerie, and plenty of medieval period property for sale if you feel like moving!
A20 exit 25 Lakeside dog walk, France Junction 25 Rases, St Sylvestre An ideal place for drivers, dogs and passengers to get out and really enjoy this well planned leisure/activity park. There's loads of space, clean WCs, easy parking and it's a pleasure to visit.
A20 exit 27 Ambazac doggiestop, France Junction 27 Bonnac la Cote Pick up some lovely French pastries from the village, and then head down to the lake for a properly long dog walk and some fresh air
A20 exit 38 Old Chateau dog walk, France Junction 38 Le Vigen, Solignac The atmospheric ruins of the Château Châlucet make a perfect dog walk and an interesting and varied break from driving, and are well worth a longer visit if you're staying in the area.
A20 exit 43 Masseret dog walk, France Junction 43 Masseret We were amazed how dog-friendly and relaxing this little village is. The tower on top of the hill in the village is next to a cheerful and welcoming restaurant, with outside tables.
A20 exit 45 Uzerche dog walk, France Junction 45 Tulle, Vigeois This ancient walled medieval town is ideal for a short break from driving.
A20 exit 45 Lakeside dog walk, France Junction 45 Tulle, Vigeois This is a lovely walk on a lakeside path, with shade from the trees in hot weather (or cover from the rain).
